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Siddartha Educational Academy Group of Institutions (SEAT), Tirupati is a private engineering and management institute established in 2009 in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh. It is affiliated to Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Ananthapuram (JNTUA) and approved by AICTE.
SEAT Tirupati does not currently appear in NIRF Engineering or Management rankings. No Collegedunia stream rank is available in the supplied materials.
The campus is located at Gollapalli, Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, approximately 10 km from Tirupati city on the Gollapalli Road.
- B.Tech (4 years) — 7 specialisations: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science and Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Civil Engineering. Uniform fee of INR 2,43,200 across all branches.
- M.Tech (2 years) — 4 specialisations: CSE, Embedded Systems, Digital Electronics and Communication Systems, and Structural Engineering. Total fee INR 3,39,400.
- MBA (2 years) — Total fee INR 70,750, among the lowest for a private AICTE-approved MBA programme in Andhra Pradesh.
The total B.Tech fee is INR 2,43,200 for four years. M.Tech total fee is INR 3,39,400. MBA total fee is INR 70,750.
Students are eligible for AP state scholarship schemes including Jagananna Vidya Deevena, SC/ST/BC post-matric scholarships, and central NSP schemes.
SEAT Tirupati’s training and placement cell conducted placements in 2023-24 with 427 selections for B.Tech students. Recruiters from IT and core engineering sectors have participated in campus drives.
SEAT Tirupati Admission Dates 2026
Admissions for the 2026-27 academic session are anchored by AP EAPCET for B.Tech, GATE or AP PGECET for M.Tech, and AP ICET for MBA. All programmes are filled through APSCHE state counselling.
| Event | Date / Status |
|---|---|
| AP EAPCET Registration | February 4 to March 24, 2026 |
| AP EAPCET Exam (Engineering) | May 12 to 15 and May 18, 2026 |
| AP EAPCET 2026 Result | July 1, 2026 |
| APSCHE Counselling Registration | July 20 to 29, 2026 |
| Phase 1 Seat Allotment (B.Tech) | August 6, 2026 |
| Phase 2 Counselling (B.Tech) | Ongoing (check APSCHE portal) |
| AP ICET 2026 Exam | May 2, 2026 |
| MBA Phase 1 Allotment | Late July 2026 |
| MBA Phase 2 Registration | August 2026 (Ongoing) |
| AP PGECET 2026 Exam | May 5 to 11, 2026 |
| M.Tech Phase 2 Counselling | September 2026 (Tentative) |
The course-wise exam accepted at SEAT Tirupati is listed below. JEE Main scores are accepted for the 15% unreserved B.Tech seats.
| Course | Exam Accepted | Counselling Authority |
|---|---|---|
| B.Tech (all 7 branches) | AP EAPCET / JEE Main (15% unreserved seats) | APSCHE |
| M.Tech (all 4 specialisations) | GATE / AP PGECET | APSCHE |
| MBA | AP ICET | APSCHE |
SEAT Tirupati Courses and Fees
SEAT Tirupati offers B.Tech, M.Tech, and MBA programmes across 12 courses. All B.Tech branches are uniformly priced at INR 2,43,200 for four years. The INR 70,750 MBA is one of the lowest-fee private AICTE-approved MBA programmes in Andhra Pradesh.
| Course | Duration | Eligibility | Total Fees (General) |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.Tech (AI and ML) | 4 years | 10+2 PCM, min 45% General / 40% Reserved | INR 2,43,200 |
| B.Tech (Artificial Intelligence) | 4 years | 10+2 PCM, min 45% General / 40% Reserved | INR 2,43,200 |
| B.Tech (CSE) | 4 years | 10+2 PCM, min 45% General / 40% Reserved | INR 2,43,200 |
| B.Tech (ECE) | 4 years | 10+2 PCM, min 45% General / 40% Reserved | INR 2,43,200 |
| B.Tech (EEE) | 4 years | 10+2 PCM, min 45% General / 40% Reserved | INR 2,43,200 |
| B.Tech (Mechanical Engineering) | 4 years | 10+2 PCM, min 45% General / 40% Reserved | INR 2,43,200 |
| B.Tech (Civil Engineering) | 4 years | 10+2 PCM, min 45% General / 40% Reserved | INR 2,43,200 |
| M.Tech (CSE / Embedded Systems / DECS / Structural Engg.) | 2 years | B.Tech in relevant branch, min 50% | INR 3,39,400 |
| MBA | 2 years | Any graduate, valid AP ICET score | INR 70,750 |
The AI and AI/ML branches reflect SEAT’s expansion into emerging technology disciplines alongside its traditional ECE, EEE, Mechanical, and Civil programmes. The Embedded Systems and Digital Electronics M.Tech specialisations cater to ECE and EEE B.Tech graduates seeking postgraduate specialisation in Tirupati’s growing electronics manufacturing corridor.
SEAT Tirupati Admission Process
All SEAT Tirupati admissions flow through APSCHE state counselling. No separate institute-level entrance test is conducted. 85% of seats are reserved for Andhra Pradesh and Telangana domicile candidates.
B.Tech Admission at SEAT Tirupati
- Eligibility: 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. Min 45% aggregate for General category. Min 40% for SC, ST, BC, and other reserved categories.
- Selection: AP EAPCET rank determines position in APSCHE merit list. Seat allotment is phase-wise through the APSCHE counselling portal.
- Seat distribution: 85% local quota (AP and Telangana domicile candidates) and 15% unreserved quota open to candidates from all states (AP EAPCET or JEE Main score accepted).
- Reservation: Category-wise seats for SC, ST, BC-A, BC-B, BC-C, BC-D, BC-E, and EWS as per Andhra Pradesh government norms.
AP EAPCET cutoff ranks at SEAT Tirupati have historically been in the accessible range for most branches, making it an option for AP EAPCET candidates who were not allotted seats at higher-preference colleges in the Tirupati district in earlier phases.
M.Tech Admission at SEAT Tirupati
- Eligibility: B.Tech or B.E. in a relevant engineering branch from a recognised university. Min 50% aggregate for General. Min 45% for reserved categories.
- Exam accepted: GATE score or AP PGECET rank. APSCHE conducts M.Tech counselling based on these scores.
- M.Tech specialisations: CSE, Embedded Systems, Digital Electronics and Communication Systems, and Structural Engineering.
MBA Admission at SEAT Tirupati
- Eligibility: Any bachelor’s degree from a recognised university. Min 50% aggregate for General. Min 45% for reserved categories.
- Exam accepted: AP ICET. APSCHE conducts MBA counselling based on AP ICET rank.
- At INR 70,750 total, the MBA at SEAT is accessible for AP ICET candidates looking for a low-fee JNTUA-affiliated management programme in the Tirupati-Chittoor district.
SEAT Tirupati Placements
SEAT Tirupati’s training and placement cell conducts on-campus and off-campus placement drives for B.Tech and MBA graduates. In the 2023-24 placement cycle, 427 selections were recorded for B.Tech students across participating companies.
Companies cited as participating recruiters at SEAT Tirupati campus drives include TCS, Infosys, Wipro, Cognizant, Tech Mahindra, Mindtree, Toyota, and Bosch. The IT sector accounts for the majority of selections, primarily in B.Tech CSE, AI/ML, and ECE. Core engineering companies from the automotive and manufacturing sectors recruit from Mechanical and EEE branches.
Tirupati’s proximity to the Tirupati Urban Development Authority (TUDA) IT corridor and the emerging Special Economic Zone developments in Chittoor district expands the placement catchment area for SEAT B.Tech graduates. MBA graduates primarily enter sales, operations, and business development roles in companies operating in the Tirupati-Chittoor-Nellore commercial corridor.
SEAT Tirupati Scholarships
Students at SEAT Tirupati are eligible for Andhra Pradesh state scholarship schemes and central government NSP schemes. Applications go through the AP Scholarship Portal and the National Scholarship Portal.
| Scholarship | Eligibility | Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| Jagananna Vidya Deevena (AP State) | AP domicile students with parental income up to INR 2.5 Lakhs per annum, enrolled in AICTE-approved programmes | 100% tuition fee reimbursement |
| AP Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST/BC) | SC, ST, and BC category students from AP in recognised engineering and management programmes | Tuition fee and maintenance allowance per state norms |
| NSP Central Sector Scheme (PM-USP) | 80%+ in Class 12, parental income up to INR 4.5 Lakhs per annum | INR 10,000 per annum (UG first to third year) |
| EBC Scholarship (AP State) | Economically backward class candidates below state income limit | Partial tuition fee reimbursement |
The Jagananna Vidya Deevena scheme, which covers 100% tuition fees for eligible AP domicile students, significantly offsets the B.Tech fee at SEAT Tirupati for qualifying candidates. Students should apply within the scheme’s notified timelines through the AP Scholarship Portal.
SEAT Tirupati Campus and Infrastructure
SEAT Tirupati is located at Gollapalli, Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, on the Gollapalli Road approximately 10 km from Tirupati city. The campus is accessible from Tirupati by road and has transportation facilities for daily commuters.
The campus houses branch-specific laboratories for all seven B.Tech specialisations, dedicated AI/ML and computer labs, electronics and communication labs, mechanical workshops, and civil engineering drawing halls. The library supports JNTUA’s curriculum with engineering, management, and technology titles.
Campus facilities include an auditorium, sports grounds, and a library. The institute has both boys and girls hostel facilities noted by students. Transportation from Tirupati city to the Gollapalli campus is available.
SEAT Tirupati vs SVEC Tirupati vs SSCET Tirupati
Aspirants who shortlist SEAT Tirupati through AP EAPCET counselling often also compare Sree Vidyanikethan Engineering College (SVEC) and Sri Srinivasa College of Engineering and Technology (SSCET), both JNTUA-affiliated engineering colleges in the Tirupati district serving the same AP EAPCET applicant pool.
| Parameter | SEAT Tirupati | SVEC Tirupati | SSCET Tirupati |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Private unaided | Private unaided | Private unaided |
| Affiliation | JNTUA | JNTUA | JNTUA |
| Established | 2009 | 1998 | Earlier |
| B.Tech Total Fee (General) | INR 2,43,200 (4 years) | Higher | Comparable |
| PG Programmes | M.Tech (4 specialisations) and MBA | M.Tech and MBA | M.Tech |
| Admission Route | AP EAPCET via APSCHE | AP EAPCET via APSCHE | AP EAPCET via APSCHE |
SVEC has a longer track record and is better known in Tirupati for placement reach. SSCET is another JNTUA-affiliated option in the district. SEAT’s distinguishing factors are its low-fee MBA alongside the engineering programmes, the AI and AI/ML branches at the UG level, and the accessible AP EAPCET cutoff bands that admit a broader cohort of candidates from across Andhra Pradesh.
SEAT Tirupati FAQs
Ques. Which university is SEAT Tirupati affiliated to?
Ans. SEAT Tirupati (Siddartha Educational Academy Group of Institutions) is affiliated to Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Ananthapuram (JNTUA). All B.Tech, M.Tech, and MBA degrees are awarded by JNTUA. The institute is approved by AICTE.
Ques. What is the B.Tech fee at SEAT Tirupati?
Ans. The total 4-year B.Tech fee at SEAT Tirupati is INR 2,43,200, uniform across all seven specialisations including CSE, AI/ML, ECE, EEE, Mechanical, and Civil Engineering. Confirm the current cycle fee at seatexams.in before paying.
Ques. What entrance exam is required for SEAT Tirupati B.Tech admission?
Ans. B.Tech admission at SEAT Tirupati requires a valid AP EAPCET rank for the 85% local quota seats. JEE Main score is accepted for the 15% unreserved seats. Admissions are processed through APSCHE state counselling. No separate institute-level test is conducted.
Ques. What is the MBA fee at SEAT Tirupati?
Ans. The total 2-year MBA fee at SEAT Tirupati is INR 70,750. This is one of the lowest MBA fees at a private AICTE-approved JNTUA-affiliated institute in Andhra Pradesh. Admission is through AP ICET score via APSCHE counselling.
Ques. What are the placement statistics at SEAT Tirupati?
Ans. In the 2023-24 placement drive, SEAT Tirupati recorded 427 selections for B.Tech students. Cited participating companies include TCS, Infosys, Wipro, Cognizant, Tech Mahindra, Mindtree, Toyota, and Bosch. These figures are self-reported by the institute. Verify current placement data with the college’s placement cell before admission.
Ques. Is Jagananna Vidya Deevena applicable at SEAT Tirupati?
Ans. Yes. Students admitted at SEAT Tirupati who are Andhra Pradesh domicile with parental income up to INR 2.5 Lakhs per annum are eligible for the Jagananna Vidya Deevena scheme, which reimburses 100% of tuition fees. Applications must be submitted through the AP Scholarship Portal within notified deadlines.
Ques. What B.Tech specialisations does SEAT Tirupati offer?
Ans. SEAT Tirupati offers B.Tech in seven specialisations: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science and Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Civil Engineering. All are four-year programmes affiliated to JNTUA.
Ques. What is the AP EAPCET Phase 1 allotment status for SEAT Tirupati 2026?
Ans. AP EAPCET 2026 result was declared on July 1, 2026. Phase 1 APSCHE counselling seat allotment was released on August 6, 2026. Phase 2 counselling is ongoing. Check the APSCHE portal for round-wise updates and reporting deadlines.
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